Department of Psychology Student Office Assistant FWS

Working Title: Department of Psychology Student Office Assistant - FWS

State Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type:Federal Work Study

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: N/A

College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies

Department: 100053 - Psychology

Pay Rate:Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $12.41-12.50

Is this a JMU only positionN/A

Is this a grant-funded positionNo

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/A

Beginning Review Date:10/06/2025

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington D.C. and Richmond VA. With a population of just over 53000 Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20000 undergraduate and 1900 graduate students with over 1000 full-time instructional faculty.

General Information:

The Department of Psychology located in Miller Hall is seeking a student assistant to provide general office support for 10-12 hours per week. Applicants must have availability during regular office hours of M-F 8 am - 5 pm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

-Assist faculty staff and academic unit heads with various projects including copying scanning data entry general clerical duties and running errands.
-Greet and help all visitors as they enter the office lobby
-Assist in maintaining neatness and organization in the office.
-Proctoring exams as needed
-Respect the confidentiality of documents being handled in the department
-Assist with printing posters and depending on qualifications-designing posters and/or other items
-Securing classrooms and office at the end of the day
-Assist as needed where needed

Qualifications:

-Must be Federal Work Study eligible
-Excellent customer service skills
-Be polite dependable organized punctual responsible and professional
-Ability to work independently
-*Average or above computer competency in MS Word Excel and Outlook
-Competency to use Canva or other platforms for digital design
-Attention to detail and accuracy
-Ability to work in a slow-paced environment

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:

Students must be degree-seeking students enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: .

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at or You may also visit the Office of Disability Services located in the Student Success Center Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.